22/06/2026
Odisha Famous Chenapodo with a Twist of Mango Flavour 🥭👌💛
Craving a fruity twist to a timeless classic! 🥭✨ Bringing the authentic flavors of Odisha right into the kitchen with this luscious Mango Chhena Poda. That perfect caramelized crust meets a soft, melt-in-your-mouth mango cottage cheese center. A match made in dessert heaven! 🍮💛 Have you tried this summery twist yet?
🥭 Recipe: Mango Chhena Poda
Fresh Chhena: 500g (prepared from 2 litres of full-fat milk curdled with lemon juice/vinegar)
Mango Puree: 1 cup (fresh, sweet, and thick)
Sugar: \(\frac{1}{2}\) cup (adjust based on mango sweetness)
Semolina (Suji): 2 tbsp (for binding)
Ghee: 1 to 2 tbsp
Cardamom Powder: 1 tsp
Instructions:
1.Knead the Chhena: In a mixing bowl, mash the fresh chhena with your palms until it reaches a smooth, slightly grainy texture (avoid over-mashing into a paste)
2.Combine Ingredients: Add the sugar, semolina, cardamom powder, and ghee. Mix thoroughly Mango Chhena Poda - First Timer Cook. Slowly fold in the mango puree and nuts until you achieve a cake-batter-like consistency.
3.Set the Mold: Grease a baking tin with ghee and optionally line it with butter paper or banana leaves Mango Chhena Poda - First Timer Cook. Pour the mixture in and tap lightly to remove air bubbles.
4.Bake: Preheat your oven to 180°C and bake for 30–40 minutes until the top turns a deep golden brown.
5.Cool & Serve: Let it cool completely before slicing—it tastes best when chilled.
